Five Ways the Internet of Things is Changing for Education and Learning

The education industry all over the world is going through radical change, because of factors such as emerging tech innovations, government regulations, student mobility and others. The ever-growing popularity of mobile devices provided a wonderful opportunity to the field of education.

Internet of Things Education

Custom software development leverages experience as well as domain expertise, which helps education institutions to manage and boost the education system, comply with changing educational norms and age-groups. Software developers provide tailored solutions for the education field to boost workforce performance as well as boost student-faculty satisfaction.

The IoT, the connection of devices, other than products like smart phones and computers to the web, is in the process to transform several areas of everyday lives. Although it may not seem an obvious app of the IoT, education is on that list. Majority of software development jobs require candidates to have a bachelor’s degree, typically a BA or BSc in
Computer Science, software engineering and related field. Software development education is widely offered by most colleges and universities, offering fully online degree programs as well as the traditional on campus programs.

Software development for the Education industry is impacting the field a great deal. Software service providers developed e-learning systems, which offer numerous benefits to customers, such as online education, parents’ collaboration, better student assessment facility, paperless and simplified administration. Students have developed subject oriented apps, which encouraged them to learn while playing and boosted their curiosity and interest in the subject.

THE IMPACT OF THE INTERNET OF THINGS IN THE EDUCATION FIELD

The Internet of Things influences education in a lot of ways. It is this asset intelligence, which allows institutions to make more informed decisions, in an attempt to boost operational efficiency, learning experience and campus security.

FIVE WAYS IOT IS CHANGING THE EDUCATION AND LEARNING FIELD

Foreseeing its tremendous potential and the limitless opportunities it would bring, the IoT is going to be one face changing mark for the education industry in the future.

1. Use of devices for automated tasks. Students these days are used to having their smart phones all the time. They like using them more often in the classroom. This is because students have gotten used to tasks being easier with smart devices and the internet. A lot of students use laptops for note-taking. Other tasks, like schedule-making and research also are set to be easier with the IoT. Thus, a lot of schools now switched to the ‘smart’ systems of reusable technology, providing students with tablets and laptops. Later on, this helps greatly in minimizing the operating expenses as well as the school’s carbon footprint.

2. Efficient teaching process. The surge of connected technology means professors and teachers could make grades faster. Their checking/grading also would be easier, less biased and more efficient. When educators have devices connected to the cloud, they would be in better touch. Thus, teachers could see which student requires more concern and attention. Other processes, which smart tech helps with are making lesson plans, adjusting schedules and more. While the tasks taken over by connected and smart devices, teachers are able to focus more on their teaching and research.

3. Outside of the classroom learning. In the old days, students had to borrow books, go to the library and copy out information for schoolwork. With smart technology today, they could have an improved educational experience easily, within their homes. This could supplement their classroom education and make certain that they get updated information in all levels. Students could look up and verify information within seconds.

4. Special education. Anyone with even the slightest interest in the education of special kids, they will know the bib role of technology. Autistic kids respond to tablets very well, and those with other disorders as well. Children with ADHD, dyslexia or other learning impairment are helped greatly by any and all technology at their disposal. Together with this, smart schools also have a system for educating people on such students. The general public, as a result would be more understanding and open to the special individuals. It will be easier for special kids to function well in a neutral environment, and on their own as well.

5. Safety. With general student bodies and campuses becoming bigger and bigger, schedules are paramount. Now, parents want to make certain that their children are not in any place where they could come to harm. When timetables and bus schedules are regulated via smart technology, there would be a more secure system. Furthermore, there is less chance of a child being left behind because of lack of knowledge regarding bus schedule. Parents also could track their children on their way to and from school and on field trips too.

The internet of things change people’s lives via intense connectivity. Some people may be wary of the progress, but its usefulness is without doubt. Education is necessary for all, and the IoT and software development tools could make the experience a whole lot better. It’s up to parents, school administrators and children to make certain that the IoT is used to its full potential.

Ritesh Mehta works as a senior Technical Account Manager in a software development company named TatvaSoft Australia based in Melbourne. He specializes in Agile Scrum methodology, Marketing Ops (MRM) application development, Android app development, SAAS & SOA application development, Offshore & Vendor team management. Also, he is knowledgeable and well-experienced in conducting business analysis, product development, team management and client relationship management.

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